]]>The guys of the Eli Young Band have scored their second consecutive #1 on Country radio with their single, “Even If It Breaks Your Heart,” off of their Life At Best Album. The song nabbed the #1 spot on both the Billboard Hot Country Singles Chart and the USA Today/Country Aircheck powered by Mediabase Chart.

“The message that is in ‘Even If It Breaks Your Heart’ lives in every one us, said Jimmy Harnen, President of Republic Nashville. He added, “we all have dreams that we strive to achieve regardless of how challenging the journey. In many respects this song is reflective of EYB’s drive, hard work and incredible talent to be where they are today! Back-to-back #1 singles with ‘Crazy Girl’ and ‘Even If It Breaks Your Heart,’ sold out shows, platinum and gold records and millions of fans. I have said it before and I will say it again, this could not happen to a nicer or more deserving group of people.”

Jon Jones (bass player for EYB) said, “It means the world to us to have back to back number ones.” He added, “this one is especially meaningful to us because the song resonated with us like nothing before. The song is our story and that it has been embraced by country fans and country radio is proof that dreams really do come true.“

]]>It’s already been a great summer for the guys of Florida Georgia Line as their first single “Cruise” climbs the country charts, but things just got even better! Yesterday, the duo signed their first-ever major record deal with Republic Nashville/BMLG. Additionally, Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley were selected for coveted opening slots on dates across the nation with Jake Owen and Brantley Gilbert, as well as the annual Country Throwdown Tour.

“Florida Georgia Line has built a gigantic army of loyal fans, one by one, door to door, who have rocked with them at shows all across the USA and Canada! Their talent, energy and work ethic are second to none and we could be no more proud to welcome Tyler and Brian into the Republic Nashville family,” said Republic Nashville President and Big Machine Label Group EVP Jimmy Harnen.

“What an honor and a blessing to be a part of such a great team and awesome label… This is another step in the FGL journey and I’m so pumped to see where this leads!” said Hubbard.

Kelley echoed his band mate’s excitement, “Our family just got bigger! We are so excited to work with everyone at the label. It’s a dream come true. We are ready to rock, ready to work and ready for the ride of our lives!”

]]>NBC The Voice star RaeLynn is officially off the record deal market! She signed a deal today with Republic Nashville, the sister label to Big Machine Records, and although today is Friday the 13th, it seems to be a very lucky day for her!

@RaeLynnOffical: Thank y’all for making my dream come true!! I’m so happy and excited and so pumped!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

Blake Shelton even tweeted her a congratulations after, calling her his “little sis.” According to her twitter, it looks like she’s been rehearsing to hit the road for some upcoming shows with her idol, Miranda Lambert. Congratulations, RaeLynn! We don’t have any news yet on when RaeLynn will be releasing some new music, but we’ll keep you updated as soon as we find out!